Superlative Birds by Leslie Bulion (English) Paperback Book

Description: Superlative Birds by Leslie Bulion, Robert Meganck Get to know all about the best and brightest-and smelliest!-birds in Leslie Bulions award-winning collection of avian science poetry. You wont even need binoculars!Ever wonder which bird has the loudest voice? Which one builds the biggest nest or has the most feathers? Get to know all about the best and brightestand smelliest!denizens of the bird world with this collection of nonfiction science verses.Award-winning science poetry author Leslie Bulion dedicates a variety of verse to these impressive birds and includes a science glossary, notes on poetic forms, and resources for more information in the back of the book. Witty drawings by Robert Meganck add another layer of fun to this humorous and informative gallery of the worlds most accomplished birds. Ideal for cross-curricular learning, including units on animals, birds, nature, and poetry. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Leslie Bulion has graduate degrees in oceanography and social work. She has written parenting and education articles and is the author of several childrens science-related poetry books and novels. When shes not writing, she enjoys exploring nature with her binoculars, hand lens, and camera; collecting specimens to examine under her microscope; or going SCUBA diving and or kayaking. Leslie lives in Connecticut.Designer and illustrator Robert Meganck, retired professor of illustration, graphic design, digital imaging, and color theory at Virginia Commonwealth University, received a BFA degree from the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan, and an MFA degree from Cranbrook Academy of Art. He has received over 300 awards for illustration and graphic design work, and been recognized for excellence by such organizations as The Society of Illustrators New York and The Society of Illustrators Los Angeles. Review … "With characteristic humor and carefully crafted language, poet Bulion offers readers amazing facts about birds of our world. . . . These engaging poems read aloud beautifully. . . . Megancks digital illustrations reflect the humorous tone. . . . Excellent resources for further bird study complete this delightful offering. Entertaining and educational, a superlative package."—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review… "Bulion is an accomplished wordsmith. . . . Illustration is engrossing, imaginative, instructive, and deftly calibrated to the tone of the text. . . theres enough trivia here to stoke middle grade know-it-alls. Even readers who are merely on fact-finding missions, though, will be impressed by the breadth and engagement of Bulions chosen poetry forms. . . . In works such as Superlative Birds, the collaboration of poetry and science invites children of varying reading preferences, learning styles, and worldviews to enter nature study through their own chosen door." —The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books, Starred Review… "Fascinating facts. . . Megancks illustrations are one-dimensional and friendly, placing the birds against uncluttered backgrounds while clearly emphasizing the characteristic being highlighted by each poem."—Booklist, Starred Review"A "top of the class" example of combining two different subjects that are approachable and a joy to read. A win for science and English classrooms." —School Library Journal Long Description Explore the fascinating world of superlative birds--from the bee hummingbird, the tiniest bird in the world, to the peregrine falcon, the fastest creature on Earth. Ever wonder which bird has the loudest voice? Which one builds the biggest nest or has the most feathers? Get to know all about the best and brightest--and smelliest!--denizens of the bird world with this collection of nonfiction science verses. You wont need your binoculars to observe the superlative characteristics of these avian wonders. Author Leslie Bulion includes a science glossary, notes on poetry forms, and resources for information about these extraordinary birds in the back of the book. Witty drawings by Robert Meganck add another layer of fun to this humorous and informative gallery of the worlds most accomplished birds. Review Quote "With characteristic humor and carefully crafted language, poet Bulion offers readers amazing facts about birds of our world. . . . These engaging poems read aloud beautifully. . . . Megancks digital illustrations reflect the humorous tone. . . . Excellent resources for further bird study complete this delightful offering. Entertaining and educational, a superlative package." --Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review "Bulion is an accomplished wordsmith. . . . Illustration is engrossing, imaginative, instructive, and deftly calibrated to the tone of the text. . . theres enough trivia here to stoke middle grade know-it-alls. Even readers who are merely on fact-finding missions, though, will be impressed by the breadth and engagement of Bulions chosen poetry forms. . . . In works such as Superlative Birds, the collaboration of poetry and science invites children of varying reading preferences, learning styles, and worldviews to enter nature study through their own chosen door." --The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books , Starred Review "Fascinating facts. . . Megancks illustrations are one-dimensional and friendly, placing the birds against uncluttered backgrounds while clearly emphasizing the characteristic being highlighted by each poem." --Booklist , Starred Review "A "top of the class" example of combining two different subjects that are approachable and a joy to read. A win for science and English classrooms." --School Library Journal Details ISBN1682631850 Author Robert Meganck Short Title SUPERLATIVE BIRDS Pages 56 Audience Age 8-12 Language English Illustrator Robert Meganck ISBN-10 1682631850 ISBN-13 9781682631850 Format Paperback DEWEY 598 Year 2020 Country of Publication United States Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified Imprint Peachtree Publishers Place of Publication Atlanta, GA AU Release Date 2020-03-03 NZ Release Date 2020-03-03 US Release Date 2020-03-03 UK Release Date 2020-03-03 Edited by Christoph H. Lampert Birth 1932 Death 1966 Affiliation IST Austria Position Assistant Professor Qualifications PsyD Publisher Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Publication Date 2020-03-03 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137965229;

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